Megan Lopp Mathias
Megan Lopp Mathias
Partner
She/Her
"I provide steady leadership under pressure. Clients can come with almost any problem, and I will put resources together to solve the issue."
Megan Lopp Mathias
Partner
She/Her
"I provide steady leadership under pressure. Clients can come with almost any problem, and I will put resources together to solve the issue."
About Megan
Megan represents middle-market businesses and Fortune 1000 companies in legal and operational matters, including internal investigations, risk management, transactions, and international growth strategies. She has deep experience in shareholder, restrictive covenant, high-asset family law, and trade secret litigation, and helps companies grow from start-up and financing to going public.
Previously, a founding partner of a boutique firm, Megan continues to advise women and minority-owned businesses and executives. With over 20 years as outside counsel, she works seamlessly with C-suite teams to provide legal, compliance, risk management, and operational support.
Areas of Focus
Experience
- Obtained a favorable income tax litigation judgment of $37 million on behalf of Hinshaw’s client.
- Defeated a $25 million maintenance claim in a Chicago, Illinois, collar county.
- Defeated a claim for age discrimination on summary judgment in federal court.
- Represented a woman-owned contractor in litigation, resulting in a judgment in Hinshaw’s client’s favor.
- Represented women executives in complex executive compensation negotiations and agreements.
- Represented women-owned businesses in multimillion-dollar mergers and acquisitions.
Recognition
- Illinois Super Lawyers, 2025; Rising Star, 2008 – 2017
- Crain's Chicago Business, Notable Women in Law, 2024
- Women’s Board Association of Illinois, Top Woman Lawyer in Leadership, 2021
- WeWillWomen, Woman of the Year Award, 2018
- Chicago Bar Association, Alliance for Women, Alta May Hulett Award, 2015
- Women in Management Inc., Award for Woman of Achievement, 2011
Credentials
Education
- Chicago-Kent College of Law at Illinois Institute of Technology, JD, 2003
- Michigan State University, BA, 2000
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
Court Admissions
- US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Thought Leadership
Presentations
Megan is a dynamic presenter covering topics like general counsel, small business training, protecting your company, team building, core values, culture shift in law firms, and recent amendments to federal rules of civil procedure. A selection of presentations also include:
- Interview, "An Innovative Approach to Law with Megan Mathias," Expert Speak Podcast, July 16, 2025
- Co-Presenter, "Wolf of Wall Street Legal Edition: Business Development," Hinshaw University, CLE Webinar, June 26, 2025
- Panelist, "Can Ethical Leadership Survive?" International Forum of Senior Executive Advisors (IFSEA), London, United Kingdom, June 17, 2025
- Co-Presenter, "Breaking the ICE: Capital Formation and RegTech," New York, New York, March 3, 2025
- "Empowerment Leadership Mentality: Elevate and Mentor for Impact," Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance, Chicago, Illinois, November 14, 2024
Events
- U.S. Trade, Tariffs, and State of the Economy Forum, Jul 24, 2025
- Megan Mathias Co-Presents on Ethical Leadership at IFSEA Conference in London, Jun 17, 2025
- Megan Mathias Speaks on Small Business Capital Formation, Mar 3, 2025
- Megan Mathias to Provide Leadership Empowerment Insights at the Accounting & Financial Women's Alliance Fall Networking Event, Nov 14, 2024
- Hinshaw Deal Maker Economic Forum, Jul 24, 2024
In The News
Press Releases
- Women’s Bar Association of Illinois Honors Hinshaw with the 2024 Top Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Legal Employer Award, Oct 10, 2024
- Megan Lopp Mathias Appointed to the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Council, Sep 4, 2024
- Three Hinshaw Partners Selected to Crain’s Chicago 2024 Notable Women in Law, Feb 20, 2024
- Hinshaw Adds Business Transactions and Advisory Partner in Chicago, Jan 11, 2024
Interests
Did you know...
Megan is a competitive weightlifter. She currently holds several state records and is third in the country in her weight and age class.
Community/Civic Activities
- Chicago Public Schools (CPS), Local Elementary School Council Chair
- YWCA of Metropolitan Chicago, Board Member
- Life-span, Board Member
- The Ross K. MacNeill Foundation, Board Member
Thought Leadership
Presentations
Megan is a dynamic presenter covering topics like general counsel, small business training, protecting your company, team building, core values, culture shift in law firms, and recent amendments to federal rules of civil procedure. A selection of presentations also include:
- Interview, "An Innovative Approach to Law with Megan Mathias," Expert Speak Podcast, July 16, 2025
- Co-Presenter, "Wolf of Wall Street Legal Edition: Business Development," Hinshaw University, CLE Webinar, June 26, 2025
- Panelist, "Can Ethical Leadership Survive?" International Forum of Senior Executive Advisors (IFSEA), London, United Kingdom, June 17, 2025
- Co-Presenter, "Breaking the ICE: Capital Formation and RegTech," New York, New York, March 3, 2025
- "Empowerment Leadership Mentality: Elevate and Mentor for Impact," Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance, Chicago, Illinois, November 14, 2024
Events
- U.S. Trade, Tariffs, and State of the Economy Forum, Jul 24, 2025
- Megan Mathias Co-Presents on Ethical Leadership at IFSEA Conference in London, Jun 17, 2025
- Megan Mathias Speaks on Small Business Capital Formation, Mar 3, 2025
- Megan Mathias to Provide Leadership Empowerment Insights at the Accounting & Financial Women's Alliance Fall Networking Event, Nov 14, 2024
- Hinshaw Deal Maker Economic Forum, Jul 24, 2024
In The News
Press Releases
- Women’s Bar Association of Illinois Honors Hinshaw with the 2024 Top Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Legal Employer Award, Oct 10, 2024
- Megan Lopp Mathias Appointed to the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Council, Sep 4, 2024
- Three Hinshaw Partners Selected to Crain’s Chicago 2024 Notable Women in Law, Feb 20, 2024
- Hinshaw Adds Business Transactions and Advisory Partner in Chicago, Jan 11, 2024
Megan's Insights
Event
Jul 24, 2025
Event
Mar 3, 2025
Press Release
Sep 4, 2024
Megan Lopp Mathias Appointed to the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Council
Event
Jul 24, 2024
Press Release
Feb 20, 2024
Three Hinshaw Partners Selected to Crain’s Chicago 2024 Notable Women in Law
